Edmund Crispin was an English author known for his crime fiction novels. One of his most famous works is "The Case of the Gilded Fly," which follows the investigations of amateur detective Gervase Fen. Crispin's writing is characterized by its wit, humor, and intricate plot twists.
A great deal of talent is lost in the world for want of a little courage.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
Every journalist owes tribute to the evil one.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
Beauty can be assuaging when there is no warmth in the heart; and it can be very comforting indeed.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
To know and love one other human being is the root of all wisdom.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
Time is the best killer.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
Envy, like fire, soars upward.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is far the best ending for one.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
The condition of man… is a condition of war of everyone against everyone.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
One always overcompensates for disabilities. I’m afraid that when you get rid of your demons, you also get rid of the angels.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly
It is by universal misunderstanding that all agree. For if, by ill luck, people understood each other, they would never agree.
Edmund Crispin – The Case of the Gilded Fly